Native Plants, Healthy Planet

Latest Episodes:

The Buzz - Into The Woods Without A Segue Jan 20, 2023

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. "That's Hot" takes some interesting turns this episode. "This or That" takes a good look protecting native wildlife and street tree diversity. "Take it or Leaf it" ends without and answer. Tom and Fran discuss an industry tradeshow before reflecting on their conversation with the National Wildlife Federation. Are you listening all the way to the end for our secrets? There is new merch! Music by RJ Comer.

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Meet The National Wildlife Federation Jan 13, 2023

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick sit down with Mary Phillips (Head of Garden for Wildlife / Certified Wildlife Habitat) from The National Wildlife Federation to talk about the multitude of programs offered by the NWF that support native plants, wildlife, and healthy ecosystems. Topics include Garden for Wildlife, Certified Wildlife Habitats, The Wildlife Native Plants Collection, The National Pollinator Garden Network, and much more. Also discussed is the social aspect of nature and gardening with natives as well as Mary's journey into this industry. Music by Egocentric Plastic Men.

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The Buzz - Fran and Tom’s Favorites Jan 06, 2023

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. We have a old "new" "That's Hot" this week. "This or That" takes a good look at Invasive plant legislation and bee biodiversity. "Take it or Leaf it" focuses on something most nurseries of guilty of doing. Tom and Fran discuss the their favorite Native Plants Healthy Planet Episodes of All-Time and Fran notices an underlying theme. Are you listening all the way to the end for our secrets? There is new merch! Music by RJ Comer.

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Replaying the Hits - Dr. Doug Tallamy & Dr. Enric Sala Dec 30, 2022

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick share two of their favorite episodes of The Native Plants Healthy Planet Podcast to help bring you into the New Year. First is Dr. Enric Sala (Author, National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence, Founder of Pristine Seas) about his new book, The Nature of Nature: Why We Need The Wild. They tackle the difficult issues facing our global ecosystems today and approach them with solutions. Topics include reclaiming our oceans, an organic approach to economic growth, re-balancing nature, and things that you can do to help. Our second episode is Dr. Doug Tallamy (Professor of Entomology, University of Delaware) Author of Bringing Nature Home and Natures Best Hope. They discuss what has changed in the last 13 years since the publication of Bringing Nature Home, the root of exotic plant species and insects, accepting the role of a predator, and the urgency of growing a Homegrown National Park. Happy New Year! Music by Egocentric Plastic Men.

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The Buzz - Top 10 Episodes of All-Time Dec 23, 2022

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. Fran gets a mystery Christmas Present. We have a new "That's Hot" this week. "This or That" takes a good look at California in both articles. "Take it or Leaf it" is just in time for Christmas. Tom and Fran get sidetracked a million times while discussing the Top 10 Native Plants Healthy Planet Episodes of All-Time. Are you listening all the way to the end for our secrets? There is new merch! Music by RJ Comer.

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Learn more about Pinelands Nursery Career Opportunities Here.

Have a question or a comment? Call (215) 346-6189.

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Your Lawn Does What? Part 2 Dec 16, 2022

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick sit back down with Dr. Peter Groffman (Microbial Ecologist - Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies, Professor - City University of New York Advanced Science Research Center at the Graduate Center, Professor - Brooklyn College Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences) to finish their talk about social ecology. Topics include the effects of climate change and a shift of biodiversity, a new landmark case of lawns and HOA's, and encouraging words for you and your neighbors. Music by Egocentric Plastic Men.

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The Buzz -Deer Candy Dec 09, 2022

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. Will Tom finally get to go on vacation - find out before "Grow Read A Book." We have a new "That's Hot" this week. "This or That" looks at native recipes and a farmer's take on Common Milkweed. "Take it or Leaf it" highlights a presidential tradition. Are you listening all the way to the end for our secrets? There is new merch! Music by RJ Comer.

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Your Lawn Does What? Dec 02, 2022

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick connect with Dr. Peter Groffman (Microbial Ecologist - Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies, Professor - City University of New York Advanced Science Research Center at the Graduate Center, Professor - Brooklyn College Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences) to talk about the social aspect of urban ecology. Topics include why we have lawns and a brief history of the drivers that encourage the use of chemicals. Also discussed are the long term effects from the decisions that we make. There will be a part 2! Music by Egocentric Plastic Men.

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The Buzz - Thankful for Sweetgums Nov 25, 2022

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Hosts Fran Chismar and Tom Knezick are back with a brand new episode of The Buzz. Tom and Fran are grateful for Thanksgiving this episode before a new round of "That's Hot". This week "This or That" discusses native lawn substitutes and the effects of fertilizer. "Take it or Leaf it" highlights one of our keystone species. Tom and Fran tackle the question and comment line while sharing their thoughts on the classic villain. Are you listening all the way to the end for our secrets? Music by RJ Comer.

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Native Plants Trivia! Nov 18, 2022

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Tom Knezick hosts the inaugural episode of Native Plants Healthy Planet Trivia. The trivia game that pits three native plant people against each other to see who will reign supreme! This episode's guests are Daryl Kobesky (Co-Owner) from Sunset Farmstead, Steve Knezick (Seed Propagation Manager) of Pinelands Nursery, and Co-Host Fran Chismar is in the center square. There can be only one winner but we will find out if there are any sore losers. Play at home and let us know how you did! Music by Egocentric Plastic Men.

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